1 . The hike to the lost Incan city of Choquequirao is one of the most difficult in Peru. From the town of Cachora, which is 161km west of Cusco, it’s an 18km walk to Capuliyoc Mountain, then down to Playa Rosalina, where travelers camp for the night. Waking early, travelers then have to cross the Apurimac River and walk uphill to carp close to the ruins. Then, the next morning, it’s another 2km walk up to the ruins (遗迹), 3,100m above sea level. To get back? Well, it’s the same way you came.
“I’ve had people in their 60s and 70s do it,” said Juan Barrios, a guide from the Adventure Life company. “But some people come out thinking that because it’s only 28km from the drop off they can do it in a day. Six or seven days for the hike is best.”
It makes sense, then, that Choquequirao draws only about 30 people a day during the high season (June through August). Compare that to the 2,500 people who arrive each day at the famous Incan city of Machu Picchu.
But for those who make the journey, the rewards (回报) are great: beautiful mountain views at every turn, and the chance to explore the wonderful ruins nearly alone.
Believed to be created around the same time as Machu Picchu, in 1445, Choquequirao is actually larger than better-known Machu Picchu. But very little has been written about Peru’s other lost city and researchers are still uncovering new parts of the ruins, leaving life on the mountain relatively untouched.
But officials say that the building of the first cable car (缆车) to Choquequirao will shorten the several-day walk to a 15-minute cable car ride. As a result, the number of travellers that now make the journey each week could turn into 3,000 visitors per day.
Choquequirao is beautiful now because of how untouched it is. Even though the lost city was discovered by Spanish explorer Juan Arias Diaz in 1710, the ruins still make you feel as though you’re the first to find them. Will it be the same when more travelers flood in (大量涌入)?
1. What does the first paragraph centre on?| A．How tall Choquequirao is. | B．How to get to Choquequirao easily. |
| C．What great views Choquequirao has. | D．How hard the trip to Choquequirao is. |
| A．They’re still being unearthed and explored. | B．They’re in a generally poor condition. |
| C．They’re being renewed at the moment. | D．They’ve been researched internationally. |
| A．It will be more attractive. | B．It will develop at a slow speed. |
| C．It won’t necessarily take a turn for the better. | D．It won’t be more popular than Machu Picchu. |
I always wondered how people would react if I tried to approach a stranger for help in a busy place like a street corner or in a bustling mall. I personally have hurried past a stranger who tried to catch my attention in a busy place.
Yesterday I had a taste of being stuck in such a desperate situation where your only hope of help would have to come from a total stranger.
I was in a busy shopping mall buying a large piece of luggage. After the purchase in one of the large and expensive shops, I picked up my phone from my pocket to call my driver waiting in the parking lot and my phone was dead.
I then requested the shop assistant selling me the luggage, which was not cheap at all, if she could ring the number of my driver for me. She replied, still all smiles, “I’m sorry Sir, but it is the shop policy that we cannot use mobile phones while working in the shop.”
As I was wondering what kind of policy that was, I saw a nice-looking teenage boy coming toward me. Remember my wife’s interesting theory that beautiful people are more likely to give you a hand when you’re in trouble, I thought I might have a chance. But before I could say a word, he walked past me. It turned out he simply didn’t see me.
I waited in the mall but it seemed nobody bothered to look at me. Disappointed and tired, I got out of the shop on to the busy street in front. I stood there with people rushing by, looking at their faces to see if they will show kindness to me. I began wondering how many times I had reacted to strangers like the shop girl and the teenager.
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That was when I saw a young mother with her two kids.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Finally a man wearing a cheap T-shirt and dirty jeans seemed to notice me.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________3 . When I was in my college, I have a full class schedule and a part-time job. I
After graduation, I decided to go to the
Me? Sports? No way. I was not
But just as I was beginning to feel comfortable.my friend suggested we play tennis
The first few months were quite
Obviously, if I hadn’t stepped outside of my comfort zone (区域), I would have never
| A．seldom | B．always | C．finally | D．still |
| A．lazy | B．overweight | C．diet | D．good |
| A．woods | B．court | C．gym | D．zone |
| A．often | B．independently | C．skillfully | D．properly |
| A．calm | B．inspired | C．angry | D．bored |
| A．relaxed | B．rich | C．afraid | D．athletic |
| A．changed | B．expected | C．followed | D．traveled |
| A．formally | B．normally | C．again | D．instead |
| A．hardly | B．strongly | C．partly | D．strangely |
| A．Awkwardly | B．Actively | C．Amazingly | D．Rudely |
| A．carrying | B．missing | C．seeing | D．holding |
| A．useful | B．sweet | C．satisfying | D．hard |
| A．in peace | B．in person | C．in surprise | D．in a hurry |
| A．questioned | B．wondered | C．discovered | D．remembered |
| A．excitement | B．fear | C．duty | D．pride |
4 . Six Chinese survived the tragedy of the Royal Mail Ship Titanic, but disappeared soon after. Now a British documentarian, Arthur Jones, will uncover stories and histories of discrimination (歧视).
There were eight Chinese between the ages of 24 and 37 on the Titanic, sharing one 59-pound third-class ticket, but only six survived from its sinking. When they arrived, in the United States, they were not helped like the other 705 survivors. Instead they were forced to leave the country within 24 hours, because of the Chinese Exclusion Act signed in 1882.
Some westerners questioned the six Chinese survivors as stowaways (偷渡者) and claimed that they survived because they secretly climbed on the lifeboat or dressed as women to board lifeboats.
But after visiting foreign documents, museums and cooperating with American and Chinese historians, Jones believes they did not do anything disgraceful (不光彩的) in order to survive the disaster. This is not only a story about the survivors of Titanic, but also a story of a group of brave Chinese people exploring the outside world at that time, he said.
When the ship hit an iceberg, like other third-class passengers the eight Chinese were released from the locked gates at last, but not allowed to board the lifeboat. Luckily, four of them boarded a small broken boat, and one was rescued by another lifeboat. Another one, Fang Lang, floated on a piece of wooden board in the sea. The only returning lifeboat saved him from freezing.
To restore (还原) their real stories, Jones and his team found Fang Lang’s son in Wisconsin, US. Also, Jones will visit Taishan city in south China’s Guangdong province, recorded as the survivors’ hometown. The filmmakers also established a website, whoarethesix. com, for more clues.
Ordinarily, people think of Titanic as a story of rich white people, but don’t know there were people from all over the world, including Chinese. Their stories are never told, Jones said.
The documentary (纪录片) The Six is expected to be released in China late this year.
1. What can we learn about the Chinese Exclusion Act?| A．It put Chinese at disadvantage. | B．It ignored third-class ticket holders. |
| C．It aimed to help American passengers. | D．It was completed within 24 hours. |
| A．Adventurous but dishonest | B．Lucky but disgraceful. |
| C．Brave and innocent. | D．Poor and questionable. |
| A．Some amazing findings about the survivors. |
| B．Jones and his team’s visit to different people. |
| C．Jones’ efforts to restore the stories of the Chinese. |
| D．Some information about the survivors’ hometown. |
On the west bank of the Mississippi, there is an unusual house with a white fence, preserved (保存)
6 . Natural History Museum of Los Angeles
Oceans 3D: Our Blue Planet
Go further into the ocean’s depths than ever before. Travel beneath the surface in this 3D oceanic adventure, narrated by Kate Winslet Explore a vast uncharted world of vibrant coral cities, enchanted underwater forests, and deep waters. It opens Mon. - Sat.
At the door: $6 per person; Online Discount: $5 per person; Free for Members.
Art of the Jewel
Journey through the masterpieces of jewelry designer Paula Crevoshay, as we witness the transformation from mineral to gem(宝石)to jewel. Inspired by Crevoshay’s passion for art, science, and the natural world, the jewelry takes the form of plants, animals, and insects. Discover the natural process of mineral creation, the characteristics that define a gem, and the art that transforms them into elegant jewels. Free with Museum Admission. Available every day except Wednesday.
Wildlife Photographer
Photographs tell a powerful story. Wildlife Photographer uses photography to challenge perceptions about the natural world, helping promote sustainability and the conservation of wildlife. We invite you to explore the world’s best nature photography, highlighting the incredible range of life on Earth, every day of the week.
At the door: Adults $6 / Children $3; Online Discount: Adults $5/Children $2.
Spider Pavilion
Our one-of-a-kind Spider Pavilion offers a truly unique experience. Walk through a safe, fascinating open-air pavilion and learn about the amazing engineering that goes into each spider’s web. Available only on weekends.
Price: $5 per person; Free for Members.
1. On which day can we get access to all the events?| A．Monday. | B．Tuesday. | C．Friday. | D．Saturday. |
| A．process of producing jewels |
| B．science of the natural world |
| C．arts of wearing elegant jewels |
| D．Paula Crevoshay’s life experiences |
| A．$9 | B．$12 | C．$14 | D．$18 |
7 . At age 14, 15 and 16, the way we looked was the most important thing in the world to us. My friends and I wanted nothing less than perfection. We joined the gymnastics team in high school and our
One summer day, all my friends were at my house swimming. At one point, I was running back to the pool. I
When my foot started to go numb(麻木)everyone became more
That all changed when I heard the doctors mention possibly
I never have such great appreciation for my foot before. And walking seemed like a
One girl came to visit me
She still had no hair, and she was swollen from medications she had been taking. I would not have given this girl a second
Finally, I was improving and soon I went home. My leg was still swollen,
| A．grades | B．brains | C．bodies | D．clothes |
| A．stepped | B．focused | C．held | D．took |
| A．upset | B．fearful | C．sick | D．anxious |
| A．concerned | B．amazed | C．surprised | D．interested |
| A．blamed | B．impressed | C．shocked | D．troubled |
| A．cutting off | B．holding up | C．putting down | D．taking in |
| A．bone | B．blood | C．time | D．air |
| A．gift | B．hand | C．promise | D．treats |
| A．school | B．family | C．team | D．hospital |
| A．suddenly | B．regularly | C．finally | D．recently |
| A．advise | B．encourage | C．serve | D．instruct |
| A．choice | B．thought | C．glance | D．chance |
| A．words | B．ideas | C．flowers | D．visits |
| A．but | B．then | C．so | D．for |
| A．enjoying | B．gaining | C．discovering | D．spreading |
8 . The Chinese government ends its one-child policy (政策) and allows families to have three children. The policy is meant to balance population development, stop a falling birth rate (出生率) and strengthen the country’s labor force (劳动力).
China, with the largest population in the world, started the one-child policy in 1980. But the government allowed only a small number of couples to have two children. For example, some families in the countryside could have two children, if the first-born child is a girl. In 2016, the Chinese government gave other couples a chance to have two children if one of them was an only child. Because of aging of population, in 2021, it allowed families to have three children.
To the newest policy, different families have different opinions. “Too many young people in the cities are no longer interested in having two or three children,” an official said. “People in the countryside are more interested.”
At the end of 2021, China had a population of more than 1. 4 billion people. A total of 900 million of them have jobs. But the labor market population will drop in 30 years. That is to say, the country will be in great need of labor by the year 2050. With the three-child policy, an increase in births can solve this problem.
Boys and girls, what do you think of the three-child policy? Do you want to have new-born brothers or sisters?
1. Why does the Chinese government end the one-child policy?| A．Because China needs a larger population. |
| B．Because a falling birth rate must be stopped. |
| C．Because most families want to have a second or third child. |
| D．Because there will be less old people. |
| A．They strongly support the policy. | B．They don’t think it is good. |
| C．They’re not interested in it any more. | D．They are interested in it. |
| A．The population development will be balanced. | B．The labor market population will drop. |
| C．There will be more old people. | D．There will be less newborns. |
9 . My great-grandfather, my grandfather and my father are all farmers. My father expects me to become a farmer and
Three years ago, my father took me to an airport to visit one of his friends. His friend
Since then, if I had time, my father’s friend would teach me how to fly. He
At the age of 18, I had to tell my father what I wanted to do but I didn’t want to make him
| A．respect | B．join | C．remember | D．believe |
| A．introduced | B．examined | C．needed | D．owned |
| A．real | B．special | C．huge | D．popular |
| A．ordered | B．allowed | C．forced | D．trained |
| A．return to | B．look at | C．think about | D．care for |
| A．problem | B．custom | C．challenge | D．goal |
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| A．for | B．through | C．after | D．against |
| A．sick | B．worried | C．angry | D．excited |
| A．waited | B．followed | C．left | D．ran |
| A．plan | B．love | C．excuse | D．explanation |
| A．terrible | B．amazing | C．important | D．encouraging |
| A．silence | B．sadness | C．surprise | D．anger |
| A．counting | B．searching | C．saving | D．changing |
| A．different | B．strange | C．lost | D．deep |
10 . You Life is What You Make It
Zhang Tian graduated from university and got a teacher’s certificate last year. His parents wanted him to get a good job in Shanghai. But he was inspired by the idea of living independently away from home. So he applied for and became a volunteer teacher in a village school. Bringing with him lots of books, clothes, and two pairs of trainers, Zhang Tian travelled to the village with an eager heart. He imagined all sorts of exciting things about living and teaching in a village.
However, not everything lived up to Zhang Tian’s hopes. The school was much smaller than he expected, with only three classrooms. In front of the classrooms, there was a playground which got dusty on windy days and muddy on rainy days. Living In the village was also more challenging than he had thought. The power and water supplies were unstable, so he could only shower every three or four days, and he had to learn how to cook. The thought of leaving once flashed through his mind, but he quickly gave up the idea and found ways to deal with the challenges.
The school had just three teachers and Zhang Tian was the only English teacher. The other two local teachers were responsible for maths and Chinese. To make school life healthier and livelier for his students, Zhang Tian introduced more subjects to the school — music, art and PE. It is not surprising that PE is the kids’ favourite subject! Their school lives are now more attractive and interesting, and they enjoy playing football in the playground, as well as singing songs they’ve learnt. The school is now full of laughter and music. Zhang Tian is planning to organise the first ever school concert! Everyone is very excited.
1. Why did Zhang Tian choose to be a volunteer teacher?| A．He wanted to live independently. |
| B．His parents wanted him to be a teacher. |
| C．He wanted a new lifestyle and was inspired by teachers he met. |
| D．He needed the experience to get a teacher’s certificate. |
| A．PE was the kid’s favourite subject. |
| B．Students were short of books and desks. |
| C．The school even didn’t have a playground. |
| D．Living conditions were worse than he had expected. |
| A．Tough but meaningful. | B．Dull but interesting. |
| C．Easy and comfortable. | D．Lonely and hopeless. |
